Party Affiliation
During the month of May, 33.6% of Americans identified themselves as Republicans. That's up slightly from 32.7% in April, but that's not saying much
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June 5, 2006
June 5, 2006
Rice Viewed Favorably By Public
A Rasmussen Reports survey of perceptions of the president's cabinet finds that 64% of Americans hold a favorable view of Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, while only 29% hold an unfavorable view.
June 5, 2006
Senate Approves Paulson As Treasury Secretary
The Senate approved departing Goldman Sachs CEO Henry Paulson as the New Treasury Secretary today. The approval came just hours after the Senate Finance Committee endorsed Paulson.
June 5, 2006
Party Affiliation
During the month of May, 33.6% of Americans identified themselves as Republicans.
June 5, 2006
Americans Prefer North American Travel
Americans aren't champing at the bit to go to Europe. But many have plans to travel to Canada, or are at least thinking about it.
June 5, 2006
New Treasury Secretary Draws Little Notice
Incoming Treasury Secretary Henry M. Paulson is viewed favorably by just 20% of Americans. But few among the general public express an opinion either way.
June 4, 2006
Americans Feel Good About Life
Two-out-of-three Americans (68%) rate their own life as good or excellent. A Rasmussen Reports survey of 1,204 Adults conducted May 18, 2006 found that 22% rate their own life as fair while 9% say poor.
June 4, 2006
Reading Books Is Still Popular Activity
In the digital era, is it possible that books are still number 1?
June 2, 2006
American Idol Phenomenon Hits New Peak
The American Idol phenomenon hit a new peak this week as sales for the Season Five Encore Anthology hit 154,000 in the first week.
June 2, 2006
Hurricane Season
As hurricane season begins, Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff is optimistic.
May 31, 2006
Pennsylvania Senate: Casey by 23
The latest Rasmussen Reports election poll in Pennsylvania shows Republican Senator Rick Santorum solidifying his standing as most vulnerable congressional incumbent this election season.
May 31, 2006
Worker Confidence Falls Five Points
U.S. worker confidence in the employment market declined in May, as the Hudson Employment Index fell 5.4 points to 102.3. Lowered optimism regarding personal finances and less anticipated hiring contributed to the drop.
May 30, 2006
Pennsylvania Senate: Casey by 23
Senator Santorum is viewed favorably by 42% of likely voters, unfavorably by 47%. About a quarter, 26%, view Santorum Very Unfavorably.
May 29, 2006
57% Will Pay Tribute on Memorial Day
Often seen as the unofficial beginning of summer and a convenient occasion for travel and get-togethers, the holiday also has a more significant meaning for many Americans—often a deeply personal one.
May 28, 2006
Tony Snow: Mixed Reviews
White House Press Secretary Tony Snow has opened to mixed reviews among the general public. After a month on the job, 34% have a favorable opinion of him, 28% have an unfavorable view, and 38% have no opinion one way or the other.
May 28, 2006
Congressional Leadership
Republican and Democratic leaders in both the House and Senate disagree about just about everything it seems, but a Rasmussen Reports survey of 1,000 adults found some common ground across party lines--all four Congressional leaders earn a net unfavorable rating from the American public.
May 26, 2006
New Jersey Senate
In New Jersey's U.S. Senate campaign, Republican Tom Kean, Jr. (R) now leads Senator Robert Menendez (D) by just three points, 40% to 37%.
May 26, 2006
Memorial Day Weekend
The calendar may say that summer comes in June, but 65% of Americans say that Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of the summer season.
May 25, 2006
Americans View The DaVinci Code as Work of Fiction
The DaVinci Code attracted demonstrations during filming, overcame legal efforts aimed at preventing its distribution, and was condemned by many for distorting the story of Jesus.
May 25, 2006
Pennsylvania Governor
Governor Ed Rendell (D) has opened his biggest lead of the season over challenger and political newcomer Lynn Swann (R).
